The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis follows the adventure of four siblings who discover the magical land of Narnia, where they join the noble lion Aslan in the fight against the evil White Witch. Through their journey, young readers learn about courage, forgiveness, and the power of hope. The story encourages values of loyalty, sacrifice, and standing up for what is right, showing that even in difficult times, kindness and bravery can change the world.

We use The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe as the focus of a three-week literature unit. Here are a few examples of how the book is used:

• Vocabulary and Word Study: Utilizing context clues from the text, students learn and apply new words like "inquisitive" and "prophecy".
• Character Analysis and Creative Writing: Students examine the motives and developments of characters such as Edmund and Aslan. They also get creative, writing letters from the perspective of a Narnian character or crafting their own short stories inspired by the themes of the book.
• Thematic Exploration: Through guided discussions and reflective writing, students explore the themes of sacrifice, redemption, and the moral dichotomy of good versus evil.
• Hands-on Projects: Incorporating art and drama, learners are invited to visually interpret scenes from the book, create character dioramas, or perform key scenes.